Seat Leon rear brakes

[coopdecoop]

I am attempting to change the rear pads on a 2004 Leon, I have removed the caliper and the old pads, but can't get the piston to compress back into the caliper, to fit new pads. It has been suggested this is to do with the ABS system stopping fluid travelling back and the car needs linking to a laptop to control the engine manement system . Obviously I do not have this equipment does anyone have any other suggestions/ideas?

Thanks

[stuart]

I belive that they "wind back" on a screw thread.

[Col]

I belive that they "wind back" on a screw thread.

It is true.

You need to use a wind back tool. Halfords sell them for about £20.

[coopdecoop]

I belive that they "wind back" on a screw thread.

Bought a windback tool from Halfords and it did the business.

thanks for help

[andymat]

I know this is a while ago but were there any issues with the hand brake cable? Did you have to release them or reset them for use with new pads?

I ask because I am thinking about replacing pads and discs on my 03 Leon TDi.

[mluton]

Just pop off the handbrake, making sure something is chocking the wheels and you'll be fine.

It bites a bit better on having new pads, but thats all good.

[andymat]

Thanks - I'm going to give them a go this weekend!

[coopdecoop]

I know this is a while ago but were there any issues with the hand brake cable? Did you have to release them or reset them for use with new pads?

I ask because I am thinking about replacing pads and discs on my 03 Leon TDi.

Don't forget you will definately require a caliper wind back tool. As advised above, they are available from Halfords for about £20.

Cheers

[andymat]

Thanks - I have one of those in my grubby mits now, as you say from Halfords: £19.99 And I also have 4 discs and 8 pads awaiting my attention. Just hope it doesn't take me all day or my fingers 'll drop off with the cold!